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Lanzarote’s liquid gold

Olive oil is known as “liquid gold” – a name that hasn’t been so far from reality after recent price increases - and Lanzarote is making great strides to join the oil producing club.

Canarian proposed rental law “absurd”

A Lanzarote lawyer claims the Canarian Government’s proposed law on Holiday Rentals will “exterminate” VVs (Viviendas Vacacionales, or holiday rental apartments) on the Canaries, if approved.

Lanzarote’s crystallised history

Lanzarote’s salt-works are beautiful and still productive, the legacy of an ancient industry that continues to the present day.

Turtle recall

On Lanzarote’s neighbouring island, Fuerteventura, scientists and islanders are nervously awaiting the return of baby turtles that were born on the island 16 years ago.

Fury at Canarian holiday rental law

The Canarian Association of Holiday Rental Owners (ASCAV) has strongly criticised the Canarian Government's white paper on holiday lets, which they claim will “exterminate the sector” on the islands.

“Lanzarote is against mass tourism, not tourists”

Last month’s demonstrations against mass tourism development on the Canary Islands made international headlines. However, many of those headlines failed to represent the real reasons behind the protests, which were not aimed at tourists or well-managed tourism. We look at the real issues behind the marches.

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Five people have been arrested following charges of embezzlement at Arrecife’s Casino. A sixth suspect is also being investigated.
Winds and light calima today and tomorrow on Lanzarote07/10/2025 - 9:27 am
Strong winds and a rise in temperatures are predicted for today and tomorrow, with a light high calima also on the cards.
Three months grace for Canal Gestión07/10/2025 - 9:26 am
Lanzarote’s Water Consortium has given Canal Gestión three months to find a new company to operate the island’s water supply.
Your second home on Lanzarote taken care of and ready for your arrival07/10/2025 - 7:54 am
The team at First Class Villa Services ensure that your second home in Lanzarote is safe, secure and always ready for your arrival. Whether you’re away for months or just a few weeks, their expert team prevents risks like unwanted guests, checks for vulnerabilities, and keeps everything in perfect condition – so you can step straight into relaxation.
Second Vuelta Ciclista a Lanzarote Race Pedals Into the Record Books06/10/2025 - 9:06 am
The second edition of the Vuelta Ciclista a Lanzarote proved to be a resounding success, cementing the event’s growing reputation as a premier date on the international cycling calendar. Over the weekend, the island’s roads played host to a peloton of more than 600 riders from 28 different countries, surpassing the participation records set in the event’s debut last year.
Lanzarote Smashes Tourism Records with Over 2.3 Million Visitors in 202506/10/2025 - 8:48 am
Lanzarote has experienced its strongest-ever start to a year, with an increase in international arrivals putting it firmly on the map as a top global destination.
Lanzarote’s Deep Historical Ties to Texas and the United States06/10/2025 - 8:32 am
Did you know that the historic streets of San Antonio, Texas, were once walked by a mayor from Teguise? A little-known chapter of Lanzarote’s history, stretching back almost three centuries, reveals a deep and living connection between the island and the United States, particularly in Texas and Louisiana.